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About Mrs. Wilson’s

Mrs. Wilson's Halfway House was founded as a private, non-profit organization in 1976 by three visionary women; Judy Knowlton, Ethel Finley and Doris Vandeven. These women saw a need for a residence that provides structure, discipline, guidance and support for women in early recovery from substance abuse.

The house takes its name from Lois Wilson, wife of Alcoholic's Anonymous co-founder Bill Wilson. It is a home where women begin to learn to live life without alcohol or drugs. The Corporate name, Alfre, Inc., derives from the phrase "alcohol free", a condition the founders were striving to ensure.

First Halfway House in NJ

Mrs. Wilson's was the first transitional living facility of its kind in the State of New Jersey when opening our doors in 1976.

As a licensed treatment provider, Mrs. Wilson's provides comprehensive residential and outpatient services to women in recovery from substance abuse and co-occurring disorders.

These are women 18 years and older, who have been diagnosed with substance abuse and a secondary diagnosis of a mental health condition, such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety, Depression, or an Eating Disorder, etc.

The licensed clinical staff at Mrs. Wilson's implements an evidence-based program of recovery designed to address the individual woman's physical, emotional, spiritual, and vocational needs. Emphasis is placed on the individual with the goal of empowering the woman to become an integral and successful part of the community.

Since opening its doors in 1976, Mrs. Wilson's has expanded the program to include Transitional Living, Family and Couples Counseling, Trauma Counseling, and Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient levels of care for women seeking recovery from addiction.

Lois Wilson, wife of Alcoholic's Anonymous co-founder Bill Wilson

Mrs. Wilson's Halfway House - Circa 1976

Some of the success stories

My body hurt, my heart was broken, my mind was infected with demons and I still didn’t want to stop. I was going to die... Mrs. Wilson’s House is where I truly found myself... It was real. It was personal. It was rough. But on the other hand, it was awesome... Today I am 3 years clean from all drugs and alcohol.

Jessi K.

I had been to numerous facilities at that point - detoxes, short-term programs, long-term programs, and even another halfway house... I am forever grateful for Mrs. Wilson's House - it allowed me to build the foundation I needed to live my life as a successful and productive woman in recovery.

P. G.

All the time I thought I was the center of attention and people were laughing with me when they were laughing at me. Looking back now, I see the progression of my alcoholism... Mrs. Wilson’s - along with the support of my family - saved my life. They helped me learn about myself. Never in my life did I feel the confidence that I felt from Mrs. W’s.

M. F.

The Mrs. Wilson’s Team

The Mrs. Wilson’s team is composed of dedicated women, whether the role is administrative, residential services, or clinical, the agencies’ mission and empowering those we serve is at the center of the services delivered.

Members

Executive Director

Mission

Our mission at Mrs. Wilson’s is to provide compassionate, comprehensive treatment and housing for women who are seeking services for alcoholism, drug addiction, and co-occurring disorders.

We strive to provide quality services that facilitate their responsible and successful recovery and re-entry into the community.
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Vision

Mrs. Wilson's vision is to continue providing a welcoming and safe environment to the women and families we serve while enhancing our programs and services as to be of even greater influence and impact to our community. .

About Mrs. Wilson's Halfway House

We provide compassionate, comprehensive treatment and housing for women who are seeking services for alcoholism, drug addiction, and co-occurring disorders for a successful recovery and re-entry into the community.